Which of the following statements about graphite and diamond is true?
Detailed Explanation:
Graphite and diamond are allotropes of carbon—different physical forms of the same element. Both consist of pure carbon atoms and thus undergo identical chemical reactions (e.g., combustion in oxygen to form CO₂).
They differ drastically in crystal structure (graphite: hexagonal layers; diamond: tetrahedral lattice), hardness (graphite: soft; diamond: hardest natural material), and electrical conductivity (graphite: conducts; diamond: insulator)—eliminating Options 1, 2, and 3.
Therefore, only their chemical reactivity is identical, making Option 4 the correct answer.
Question 9 of 10 Everyday Chemistry
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Select the incorrect statement out of the following
Which of the following is the major constituent of the liquefied petroleum gas?